Mr Stipe will provide advice and counsel to Omni’s president, board of directors, and senior management on all legal and policy issues affecting the company. He will also oversee implementation of regulatory compliance processes for applicable federal, state, and local laws, regulations and administrative requirements.

Mr Stipe comes to Omni from the Longman Russo firm in Lafayette, Louisiana, where he practiced in the areas of commercial litigation, professional liability, health care, and government regulatory matters.

Brian Recatto, president and CEO of Omni Energy, said: Mark is an accomplished corporate attorney with a solid track record. He brings a wealth of expertise, experience and professionalism to this critical role at Omni. He will be an integral part of our senior management team and will contribute significantly to our future growth.